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A Day in the Toddler Studio
Gentle rhythms. Joyful play. Foundations for a lifetime of learning.
At Sage Academy Granbury, our Toddler Studio offers a secure, rhythm-based environment where the youngest learners begin their purposeful path in a sensory-rich, relationship-centered space. Here, learners build the foundations of trust, care, and community while enjoying plenty of outside and free play time.
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The Spark Program embraces the natural curiosity and growing independence of toddlers, blending structured routines with opportunities for exploration, social connection, and creative expression. With gentle guidance and thoughtful support, each learner is nurtured at their own pace in a welcoming and joyful community.
Daily Schedule
Toddler Studio
22 months – 3 years
Jan Tennery
Lead Guide - Toddler
Studio | Spark Program
22 mos – 3 yrs
Kristina Smith
Guide Assistant - Toddler
Studio | Spark Program
22 mos – 3 yrs
8:30 – 9:20 | Arrival and Free Time
Learners unpack and head outside for gross motor play: running, climbing, sliding, sandbox time, and imaginative play in the outdoor kitchen.
9:20 – 9:30
Transition Time
Boots and jackets off, shoes on, and prepare for group time.
9:30 – 9:40 | Group Time & Story Time
We connect by exploring the day, month, season, and weather through songs and stories.
9:40 – 9:45
Bathroom Break
Individual bathroom or diaper changes with hand washing.
9:45 – 10:00
Snack Time
Refuel with healthy snacks, practice self-care, and enjoy gentle social moments with friends.
10:00 – 11:00
Work Cycle
Focused individual activities: art, puzzles, fine motor play, books, and manipulatives.
11:40 AM–12:00 PM Lunch
Learners eat lunch together, followed by independent clean-up.
11:00 – 11:15 | Music, Movement & Story Time
Dancing, clapping, hopping, jumping, marching, and exploring rhythm with instruments, songs, and interactive stories.
11:15 – 11:25 | Bathroom Break
Learners take turns using the bathroom with gentle guidance, practicing proper handwashing and hygiene habits to build independence and care for themselves and others.
Midday & Afternoon
11:25 – 11:50
Lunch Time
A community-focused mealtime where learners enjoy their lunches and continue practicing self-help and social skills.
11:50 – 12:00
Clean Up
Learners take responsibility for their space—putting away glassware, placemats, and returning lunch boxes to cubbies.
12:00 – 12:30 | Free Time - Outside Play
More time to explore and move freely outdoors with friends.
12:30 – 12:45 | Return Inside & Bathroom Break
12:45 – 2:00
Nap Time
2:00 – 2:40 | Quiet Work Cycle
Toilet or diaper change, hand and face washing, and a drink of water to reset for rest time.
A peaceful rest period. Learners who do not fall asleep may be invited to participate in quiet activities during the second half of the nap window.
A peaceful rest period. Learners who do not fall asleep may be invited to participate in quiet activities during the second half of the nap window.
2:40 – 2:45 | Prep for Dismissal
Learners gather their belongings—lunch boxes, backpacks, water bottles, and nap mats—and prepare to say goodbye.
2:45 | Dismissal